forgotten password for administrator user acct.

06-06-2007

Is there a way to get a new password for my/me admin. acct.? I cannot
remember it! I did as suggested and am using a standard acct. w/psswd. I
cannot download or upgrade or anything now! another dumb blonde messing up
her new laptop!
PS I am the sole owner/user. HELP PLEASE!!!
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TTFN!
(tatafornow!)
Blondie

Later dudes & dudettes!

06-06-2007

Hello,

<snip>
Blondie wrote:
> Is there a way to get a new password for my/me admin. acct.? I cannot
> remember it!

- Do you have your Windows DVD available?
- Are there any other administrators on your computer?
- Did you upgrade from XP?

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-JB
Microsoft MVP - Windows Shell/User
Windows Vista Support FAQ - http://www.jimmah.com/vista/

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